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DISCOURAGEMENT Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word discouragement. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word discouragement. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for DISCOURAGEMENT

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disheartenment
nounn
noun

• the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles

• a communication that leaves you disheartened or daunted

dismay
verbv
noun

• the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles

• fear resulting from the awareness of danger

verb

• lower someone's spirits; make downhearted

• fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised

Best Hypernyms For DISCOURAGEMENT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for discouragement, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
despair deterrence disappointment disapproval dissatisfaction loss setback

Alternatives for DISHEARTENMENT

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